J&K Govt Takes Over 215 Jamaat-e-Islami-Linked Schools To Safeguard Students’ Education
the 215 institutions taken over by the J&K government to safeguard students’ education and align with NEP reforms.( image courtesy: GPT-5)
The Jammu and Kashmir government has taken control of 215 schools linked to the banned Jamaat-e-Islami, citing the need to protect the academic future of thousands of students. The move comes after intelligence agencies raised concerns about the management committees of these schools, which became defunct following the Union Home Ministry’s 2019 ban on Jamaat.
An official order issued on August 22 authorised district magistrates to assume charge of the schools. The order also directed the appointment of principals from nearby government institutions to manage daily operations until new committees are constituted.
“It has been done to safeguard the education of thousands of students. I have approved for the management of these schools by the principals of the nearest government-run schools,” Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo said.
According to officials, nearly 300 schools were scrutinised after the Jamaat ban. While 50 institutions were cleared, 215 schools faced adverse reports linking them directly or indirectly to Jamaat-e-Islami or its affiliate, the Falah-e-Aam Trust.
The government order stated: “The Managing Committee of the 215 schools shall be taken over by the District Magistrate/Deputy Commissioner concerned, who shall propose a fresh Managing Committee in due course after proper verification.
“The District Magistrate, in consultation with the School Education Department, shall ensure that the academic career of the enrolled students is not affected and quality education as per NEP norms is provided.”
The administration assured parents and students that the transition will not disrupt learning. Steps are being taken to align these schools with the National Education Policy (NEP) standards and prevent any gap in curriculum delivery.
The crackdown highlights the government’s ongoing scrutiny of institutions linked to proscribed organisations in Jammu and Kashmir. By directly intervening in the management of these schools, officials aim to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuity in education across the Union Territory.
